1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 49 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1008 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, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99. 2012 Infiniti QX56 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. 2012 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 2012 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 99 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
