1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 47 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 99 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
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 | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |