1947 Austin 16 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 66 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (572 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (754 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 16 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 572 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 754 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
