1949 Austin 16 vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 52 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, 2001 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 376 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, 2001 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16. 2001 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2001 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 16 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
