1966 Austin A 60 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 932 kg more than 1966 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | E |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
