1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 47 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 235 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 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 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 99 | 599 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 331 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 | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 105 L |