1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 BMW 318 is newer by 42 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, 2004 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 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 140 kg more than 2004 BMW 318.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | 318 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |