1961 Austin A 60 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (114 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 480 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | E |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
