1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 38 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP) has 433 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 865 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | S |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |
