1961 Austin 7 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 49 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 7 | 120 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |