1961 Austin 7 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 45 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 7 | 530 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
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 |