2009 Audi A5 vs. 1959 Austin A 99
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1959 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A5 | A 99 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
