1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 655 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.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 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 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
