1961 Austin 7 vs. 1996 BMW 545
To start off, 1996 BMW 545 is newer by 35 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 1040 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1996 BMW 545 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 7 | 545 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |