1972 Austin 1800 vs. 2001 BMW X Coupe
To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 29 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 1800 | 2001 BMW X Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 1800 | X Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 52 L |
