1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 15 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 255 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 1977 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1977 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 99 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
