1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 42 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
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, 2001 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99. 2001 BMW Z3 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. 2001 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 99 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
