1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK II is newer by 6 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1966 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 99 | MK II |
Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.5 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1452 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 |