1960 Austin 7 vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 49 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), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 920 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, 2009 BMW 128 (271 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2009 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| 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 | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 53 L |
