1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 42 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 293 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO 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 360 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO 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 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
Make | Austin | Marcos |
Model | A 99 | TSO |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 224 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
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 | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |