1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (175 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 840 kg more than 1961 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (330 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
