1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 29 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 194 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 2001 BMW M | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 2200 | M |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 51 L |