1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1985 BMW 324
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 460 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 1985 BMW 324 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 1985 BMW 324. 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1985 BMW 324 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 324 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
