1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z

To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 43 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 186 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 2005 Nissan 350Z
Make Austin Nissan
Model A 99 350Z
Year Released 1962 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 162 km/hour 250 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 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 80 L


 

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