1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 52 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 270 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 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 99. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99. 2011 Acura TL 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. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | A 99 | TL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
