1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1998 BMW 845
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 is newer by 25 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 912 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 1998 BMW 845 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 1998 BMW 845. 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (137 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Allegro | 1998 BMW 845 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Allegro | 845 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |