1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 35 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 115 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 99 | Maranello |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
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 | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 114 L |