1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 36 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP) has 265 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 255 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M 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 | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | M |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
