1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 vs. 2007 BMW M3
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. (70 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | 2007 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
| Model | 16 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2740 mm |
