1974 Austin 1800 vs. 2008 BMW 535
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 34 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1974 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 2008 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | 1800 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
