1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 10 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 99 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 261 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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |