1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1994 BMW 730
To start off, 1994 BMW 730 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 730 (215 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 730 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1965 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, 1994 BMW 730 (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 60 | 1994 BMW 730 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 60 | 730 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |