1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 37 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (201 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 698 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, 2005 BMW 530 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 60 | 530 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |