1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1995 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 12 kg more than 1961 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper 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 | 1995 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 99 | Viper |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 7990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 359 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |