1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 35 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP) has 761 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 60 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1997 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 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 | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 60 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 800 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
