1949 Austin 16 vs. 1999 BMW 320
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 50 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 140 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, 1999 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1999 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 16 | 320 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |