1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 2200 | M3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 63 L |