1961 Austin 7 vs. 1995 BMW 330
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 34 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 785 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1995 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
