1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 48 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99. 2011 Land Rover LR2 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. 2011 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 99 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
