1960 Austin 7 vs. 2008 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 960 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 M3 (365 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 63 L |
