1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1994 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1994 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 32 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1312 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, 1994 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1994 Bentley Brooklands 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 | 1994 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 60 | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |
