1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 48 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), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 915 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
