1973 Austin Allegro vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 40 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), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (58 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1315 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 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Austin Allegro | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Allegro | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |