1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet should accelerate faster than 1968 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3020 mm |
