1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 643 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 728 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 99 | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Austin | Saleen |
| Model | A 99 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| 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 | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2692 mm |
