1948 Austin 16 vs. 1966 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini 400 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,927 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1948 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, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 1966 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 1966 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | 16 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
