1947 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 61 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 16 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
