1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 38 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera 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 405 kg more than 1998 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera 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 | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 99 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |