1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 685 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 60 | 335 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
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 | 300 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |