1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1987 BMW 750
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 25 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 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 742 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 60 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1987 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 120 L |
