1947 Austin 16 vs. 1997 BMW Z3
To start off, 1997 BMW Z3 is newer by 50 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW Z3 weights approximately 113 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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 16 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 249 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 | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
