1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 29 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 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 480 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 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 | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 99 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |