1946 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 64 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), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16. 2010 Infiniti M 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. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | 16 | M |
Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |