1961 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 BMW M6
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP) has 440 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1961 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 2005 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 4998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
