1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1971 Buick GS
To start off, 1971 Buick GS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 102 kg more than 1962 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1971 Buick GS | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 99 | GS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
