1960 Austin 7 vs. 1994 BMW 854
To start off, 1994 BMW 854 is newer by 34 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 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 1270 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1994 BMW 854 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 854 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
