1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 47 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 482 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 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 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
