1974 Austin Allegro vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1974 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Austin Allegro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin Allegro | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Allegro | 530 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |