1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2001 BMW 318
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 33 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 273 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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 318 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 | 2001 BMW 318 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 60 | 318 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |