1961 Austin A 99 vs. 1989 BMW 316
To start off, 1989 BMW 316 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 BMW 316. 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, 1961 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 1989 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | A 99 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
