1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 37 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 330 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |
