1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1987 BMW 316
To start off, 1987 BMW 316 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 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) has 24 more horse power than 1987 BMW 316. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1987 BMW 316. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1987 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 99 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
