1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 41 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 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP) has 544 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 878 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5980 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 604 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
