1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 48 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP) has 1025 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 162 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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm) has 973 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 | 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Austin | Koenigsegg |
| Model | A 60 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 1064 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
