1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2001 BMW M3
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (317 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1964 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, 2001 BMW M3 (330 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 60 | 2001 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
