1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 50 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 381 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 592 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Austin | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 60 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
