1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 46 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire 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 131 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1961 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 99 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
