1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1961 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1961 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 99 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 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 | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
