1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2009 BMW 116 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 3-Litre | 116 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |