1947 Austin 16 vs. 1996 BMW Z3
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 49 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1947 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, 1996 BMW Z3 (180 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1996 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 16 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 186 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 Weight | 1280 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
