1974 Austin 1800 vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 1800 | MM Roadster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
