1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 42 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP) has 450 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1060 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | S |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 87 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 | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
