1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 BMW 760
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1960 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, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 2006 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2006 BMW 760 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | 760 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |