1949 Austin 16 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 64 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), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 855 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.

Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1949 Austin 16 2013 BMW 5 Series
Make Austin BMW
Model 16 5 Series
Year Released 1949 2013
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 296 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 121 km/hour 240 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 2135 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4999 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2132 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1559 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L