1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 49 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), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 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 210 kg more than 2011 BMW 125.
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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 2011 BMW 125 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. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | 125 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
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 | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |