1966 Austin A 60 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 44 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP) has 458 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 966 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | CL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 518 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
