1966 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 43 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60.
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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 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 | 2009 BMW 523 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 60 | 523 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |