1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1966 BMW 1600
To start off, 1966 BMW 1600 is newer by 4 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 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600.
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, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1966 BMW 1600 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 | 1966 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 60 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 124 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |