1946 Austin 16 vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 59 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 724 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 16 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
