1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2007 Opel GT
To start off, 2007 Opel GT 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 2,227 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Austin 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel GT weights approximately 154 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 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2007 Opel GT | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 2200 | GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
