1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1992 BMW 538
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 972 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 538 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 538. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1992 BMW 538 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | 538 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
