1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 48 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (194 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60.
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, 2010 BMW 325 (400 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 325 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 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 194 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
