1947 Austin 16 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 64 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, 2011 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 2011 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin 16 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 16 | 325 |
Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |