1946 Austin 16 vs. 2003 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1946 Austin 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16. 2003 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1946 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1946 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2003 BMW 520 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 16 | 520 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |