1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2001 BMW 530
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 458 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 530 (411 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 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 530 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
