1959 Austin 7 vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
