1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 64 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16. (70 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16.
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. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 has manual transmission. 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 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:
| 1945 Armstrong Siddeley 16 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | BMW |
| Model | 16 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2670 mm |
