1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99.
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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | 550 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |