1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 34 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 630 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (132 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 325 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
