1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 33 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 590 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 325 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |
