1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 37 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, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200.
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, 2009 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin 2200 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 2200 | 320 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 63 L |