2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1967 Austin A 60
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP) has 461 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 830 kg more than 1967 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 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1967 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | Vanquish | A 60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
