1960 Austin 7 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 48 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 890 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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 63 L |
