1960 Austin 7 vs. 1988 BMW 535
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 28 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 1000 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, 1988 BMW 535 (306 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1988 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |
