1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 37 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 2 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1963 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 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. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 99 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
