1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC 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 55 kg more than 1998 Lexus SC.
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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | A 99 | SC |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |