1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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 18 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 99 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |