1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 44 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 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 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | 530 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |