1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1999 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 39 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 115 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 1999 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 99 | Maranello |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 114 L |