1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 99 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 BMW 523.
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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 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 523 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | 523 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |