1960 Austin 7 vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 318 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 318 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 BMW 318 (140 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1982 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1982 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 55 L |
