1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1999 BMW Z9
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 36 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99.
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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 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 | 1999 BMW Z9 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | Z9 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3110 mm |