1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 44 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (240 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 743 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.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 60 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
