1961 Austin 7 vs. 2004 BMW 116
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 43 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 116 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 116 weights approximately 670 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, 2004 BMW 116 (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2004 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
