1961 Austin 7 vs. 1984 BMW M6
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 23 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 895 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, 1984 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1984 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
