1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 920 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 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 650 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 650 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
