1946 Austin 16 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 63 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 440 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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16. 2009 BMW 335 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. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 16 | 335 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |