1961 Austin 7 vs. 1988 BMW 535
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 27 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 920 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, 1988 BMW 535 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1988 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
