1949 Austin 16 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 59 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 10 kg more 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 16 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 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 | 0 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
