1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 35 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 479 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin 2200 has manual transmission. 1972 Austin 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2007 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 2200 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
