1965 Austin A 60 vs. 1995 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 30 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP) has 197 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 730 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster 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 | 1995 Buick Roadmaster | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 60 | Roadmaster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 257 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
