1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 49 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 99 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
