1961 Austin 7 vs. 1990 BMW 520
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 29 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 (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 520 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 932 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, 1990 BMW 520 (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 BMW 520 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 7 | 520 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1542 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 |