1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 26 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 402 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
