1948 Austin 16 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 53 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 95 kg more than 1948 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2001 BMW M | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 16 | M |
Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |