1964 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 45 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, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 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 5 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 1964 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 99 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | A 99 | 120 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |