1961 Austin 7 vs. 1992 BMW 850
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 31 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 1180 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1992 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
