1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 200 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.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 99 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
