1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 788 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 Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 2010 Dodge Ram 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 Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 99 | Ram |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |