1961 Austin 7 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1560 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 X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 7 | X5 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |