1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1964 BMW 700
To start off, 1964 BMW 700 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 60 (39 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1964 BMW 700. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1964 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1964 BMW 700. 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, 1962 Austin A 60 (87 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1964 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | 700 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
