1946 Austin 16 vs. 2006 BMW 750
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 60 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 670 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, 2006 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16. 2006 BMW 750 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. 2006 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2006 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 16 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
