1980 Austin Allegro vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1980 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Allegro | 335 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |
