1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1993 BMW M5
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW M5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1993 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 90 L |
