1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 40 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 90 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 1999 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99. 1999 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | 330 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |