1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 BMW 507
To start off, 1973 Austin Allegro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 507 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 1959 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1959 BMW 507 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 507 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 110 L |
