1946 Austin 16 vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1946 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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | 16 | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
