1948 Austin 16 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 59 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), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 260 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 16 | 330 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
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 | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |