1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 450 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 60 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
