1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 425 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 99 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
