1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2004 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 41 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 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 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 105 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 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 | 2004 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | A 99 | F430 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 483 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
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 | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 108 L |