1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 1963 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 99 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 140 L |
