1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 55 | M3 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |