1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 48 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99. 2009 Land Rover LR2 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. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 99 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
