1961 Austin 7 vs. 1981 BMW 518
To start off, 1981 BMW 518 is newer by 20 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 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 518 (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 518 weights approximately 530 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, 1981 BMW 518 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1981 BMW 518 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 7 | 518 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |