1959 Austin 7 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 54 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
