1948 Austin 16 vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 58 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 196 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, 2006 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 16 | 320 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |