1947 Austin 16 vs. 1998 BMW 320
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 51 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, 1998 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 185 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, 1998 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1998 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 16 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
