1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 44 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 1055 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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
