1961 Austin 7 vs. 2008 BMW X3
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 47 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), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 905 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, 2008 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2008 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| 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 | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
