1948 Austin 16 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 57 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 300 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 16 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
