1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 344 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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 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 530 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 2200 | 530 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1525 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 |