1966 Austin A 60 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 45 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP) has 561 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1160 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 876 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 60 | CL |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 621 HP |
Torque | 123 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |