1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 357 kg more than 1963 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Charger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1963 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 99 | Charger |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 6100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |