1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 99 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 59.9 mm |
| 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 | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
