1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 1970 AC 428 is newer by 8 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP) has 259 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 312 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 1970 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 60 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Austin | AC |
| Model | A 60 | 428 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
