1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 701 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 60 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
