1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 825 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.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 99 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
