1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is newer by 11 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 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 558 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (287 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 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. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | 350 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 65.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 95 L |
