1960 Austin 7 vs. 1999 BMW 320
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 39 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 810 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, 1999 BMW 320 (190 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1999 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 63 L |
