1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1998 BMW 323
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 26 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 366 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, 1998 BMW 323 (246 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1998 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 2200 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
