1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 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 525 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 7 | 525 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 5495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |