1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 51 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 335 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.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 2011 BMW X3 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. 2011 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 99 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
