1960 Austin 7 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 45 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 895 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 7 | 330 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 63 L |