1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 60 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 60 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 115 L |
