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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 239 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 530 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 254 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 | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |