I only have a vintage machine and it suits my requirements well, getting used every Saturday for the weekly wash.
It's a Hotpoint Countess and although I have had examples of this model before, the one I own now is absolutely immaculate. A real find, complete with all booklets and the original hose to fit the tap. It came from the house of an elderly gent, along with a Creda Debonair spinner of the same vintage. Unfortunately the paint in the drum of the Debonair has started to flake so I use a more modern Zanussi spinner until the Creda gets some attention.
I have owned a modern front loader but grew frustrated at the inordinate length of time it took to do the washing. The Hotpoint is much more at home in my 60's kitchen too. I have the wringer that slots in the top, but generally don't need to use it. If you were in any doubt as to how quick these machines are, take a look at the recommended washing times in the period booklet....
Pictures show the Hotpoint in use this morning!
Steve