1966 AC Cobra vs. 1962 Austin A 99
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Cobra | A 99 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |