1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Aero is newer by 45 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 952 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero 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 237 kg more than 2007 SSC Aero.
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, 2007 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero 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 | 2007 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Austin | SSC |
| Model | A 99 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1090 mm |
