1960 Austin 7 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 50 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 785 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 7 | 118 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 51 L |