1972 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 40 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 1434 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 2012 BMW 760 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 2012 BMW 760. 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro. 2012 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Allegro | 2012 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 760 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 82 L |
