1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1230 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
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 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 821 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Austin | SSC |
Model | A 90 | Tuatara |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2667 mm |