1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1973 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 1800 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 85 L |
