1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 1962 Austin A 99 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1959 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 99 | 700 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 697 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2130 mm |
