1949 Austin 16 vs. 2006 BMW 323
To start off, 2006 BMW 323 is newer by 57 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 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16.
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, 2006 BMW 323 (230 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2006 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 16 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
