1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1954 BMW 502
To start off, 1962 Austin A 60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 BMW 502 (100 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1954 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1962 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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1954 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | 502 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
