1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 528 kg more than 1968 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 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
