1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2009 BMW 740
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 909 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 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200. 2009 BMW 740 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. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2009 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 2200 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 88 L |
