1945 Austin 16 vs. 2006 BMW 116
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2006 BMW 116 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 16 | 116 |
Year Released | 1945 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |