1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 13 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 99 | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
