1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1962 Austin A 99
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 27 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1962 Austin A 99 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | Virage | A 99 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 255 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 | 1920 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 34 L |