1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 38 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Samsung SM5 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 210 kg more than 2001 Samsung SM5.
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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Austin | Samsung |
Model | A 99 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |