1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1996 BMW 840
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin 1800 | 1996 BMW 840 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | 1800 | 840 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |