1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1956 BMW 507
To start off, 1972 Austin 2200 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 1956 BMW 507 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 2200 | 507 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 110 L |