1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 39 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 825 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 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 335 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
