1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 49 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 272 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99. 2010 Cadillac STS 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. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 99 | STS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
