1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1375 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 750 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 2012 BMW 750. 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 2012 BMW 750 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. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 750 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 82 L |
