1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | A 99 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
