1972 Austin Allegro vs. 1979 BMW 732
To start off, 1979 BMW 732 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 732 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 732 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 BMW 732 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 BMW 732. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 BMW 732 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Allegro | 1979 BMW 732 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Allegro | 732 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |