1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2007 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 518 kg more than 1967 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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 2007 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 60 | STS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
