1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 725 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 2007 BMW 330 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 2007 BMW 330. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 330 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1540 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 | 48 L | 60 L |
