1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR
To start off, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Koenigsegg CCR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (816 HP) has 756 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Koenigsegg CCR weights approximately 60 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 Koenigsegg CCR (920 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 798 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Koenigsegg CCR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 60 | 2005 Koenigsegg CCR | |
| Make | Austin | Koenigsegg |
| Model | A 60 | CCR |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 816 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 920 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4191 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1069 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2659 mm |
