1947 Austin 16 vs. 1991 BMW M12
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1947 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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1991 BMW M12 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 16 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
