1961 Austin 7 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 52 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 1005 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 7 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
