1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1967 Mercury Park Lane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 242 kg more than 1962 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 60 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 60 | Park Lane |
Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 325 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 602 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |