1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 49 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), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 695 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 60 | 6 series |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
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 | 311 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2856 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |