1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 50 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 161 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 99 | Charger |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |