1972 Austin 1800 vs. 1992 BMW 332
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 1800 | 1992 BMW 332 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 1800 | 332 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
