1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 BMW M3 (305 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1996 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | M3 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |