1971 Austin 3 vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1971 Austin 3.
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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Austin 3 | 2009 BMW 116 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 3 | 116 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |