1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 BMW 535
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (232 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1967 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 60 | 1996 BMW 535 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 60 | 535 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3430 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 232 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |