1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2008 BMW 540
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 is newer by 44 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 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1964 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, 2008 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 540 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 | 2008 BMW 540 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | 540 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4398 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
