1959 Austin 7 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 53 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), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| 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 | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 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 | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2968 mm |
