1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT 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 10 kg more than 2009 Ford GT.
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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT 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 Ford GT | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 99 | GT |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 305 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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |