1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 43 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 855 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 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 | 2005 BMW 730 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 60 | 730 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |