1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 45 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, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | 525 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |