1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 47 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 747 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, 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis 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 | 2011 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 60 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
