1972 Austin Maxi vs. 1972 BMW 2002
To start off, both 1972 Austin Maxi and 1972 BMW 2002 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 2002 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Austin Maxi weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 BMW 2002.
Because 1972 BMW 2002 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 1972 BMW 2002. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Maxi, 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, 1972 BMW 2002 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Maxi | 1972 BMW 2002 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Maxi | 2002 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |