1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 BMW M3
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1964 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 99 | 2005 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | M3 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |