1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 58 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 99 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
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 | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |