1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1972 BMW 520
To start off, 1972 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 BMW 520 (165 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1972 BMW 520 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 1300 | 520 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |