1966 Austin A 60 vs. 2000 BMW Z3
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP) has 169 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1966 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 2000 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
