1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 45 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 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 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 144 L |
