1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 1975 Austin 1800 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Austin 1800 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin 1800 | 1973 BMW Touring | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 1800 | Touring |
Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |