1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1961 Jaguar MK IX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 275 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. 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, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 99 | MK IX |
Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |