1946 Austin 16 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 58 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 215 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, 2004 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 16 | 325 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |