1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1995 BMW Dinan
To start off, 1995 BMW Dinan is newer by 26 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW Dinan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Dinan 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 1995 BMW Dinan 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 1995 BMW Dinan. 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1995 BMW Dinan | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 1300 | Dinan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
