1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,691 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1968 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, 1983 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin A 60 | 1983 BMW 525 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 60 | 525 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 123 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |