1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 43 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 10 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 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 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | 330 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |