1960 Austin 7 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 990 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 335 (407 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 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 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |
