1961 Austin 7 vs. 1999 BMW M28i
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 38 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 1090 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1999 BMW M28i | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | M28i |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |
