1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2009 BMW X3
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 1006 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 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | X3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
