1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 817 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera 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 240 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg Agera.
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 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 879 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera 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 | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Austin | Koenigsegg |
Model | A 99 | Agera |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |