1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 115 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.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99. 2009 BMW 335 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. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | 335 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |