1960 Austin 7 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 53 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 7 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |