1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1969 Buick GS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 680 kg more than 1965 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 60 | GS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 226 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
