1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 BMW 335

To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 50 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 275 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335
Make Austin BMW
Model A 99 335
Year Released 1962 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2912 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 110 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.4 mm 89.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4624 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1783 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1384 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 57 L


 

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