1946 Austin 16 vs. 2004 BMW 745
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 745 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 745 (447 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 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 745 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 16 | 745 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
