1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 42 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP) has 470 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60.
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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 928 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 | 2009 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 60 | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 530 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 1050 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 96 L |
