1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (217 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 637 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (316 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | SL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
