1960 Austin 7 vs. 1983 BMW 725
To start off, 1983 BMW 725 is newer by 23 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 BMW 725 (215 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1983 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1983 BMW 725 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 725 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
