1961 Austin 7 vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 40 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 940 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, 2001 BMW M3 (330 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
