1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1999 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 1999 Pagani Zonda is newer by 36 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pagani Zonda 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 280 kg more than 1999 Pagani Zonda.
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, 1999 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Pagani Zonda 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 | 1999 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Austin | Pagani |
Model | A 99 | Zonda |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1151 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |