1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 43 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | SL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
