1946 Austin 16 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 61 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 16 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |