1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1994 BMW M3
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 284 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 1994 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 2200 | M3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 65 L |