1960 Austin 7 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 46 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |
