1949 Austin 16 vs. 1993 BMW 856
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1949 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, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1993 BMW 856 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 16 | 856 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5576 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |