1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 275 kg more than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 3-Litre. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | 3-Litre | TL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
