1972 Austin 1800 vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 41 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1972 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 1245 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 2013 BMW X5 M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 1800 | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 1800 | X5 M |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1764 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 85 L |
