1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 33 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2227 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | A 99 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
