1961 Austin 7 vs. 1975 BMW 520
To start off, 1975 BMW 520 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 520 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1961 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, 1975 BMW 520 (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1975 BMW 520 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 7 | 520 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |