1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 41 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
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, 2003 BMW M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2003 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | M3 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |