1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1995 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 36 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 1995 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 99 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
