1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 BMW Z3
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 31 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (141 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 510 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, 1996 BMW Z3 (180 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm). This means 1996 BMW Z3 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 | 1996 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
