1948 Austin 16 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 61 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 16 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
