1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 42 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 440 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 855 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina 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 | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | Alpina |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |
