1961 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 48 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 354 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 690 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| 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 | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
