2000 BMW 750 vs. 1972 Austin Allegro
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1972 Austin Allegro. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1972 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 750 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 2000 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Austin Allegro, 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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Allegro. (104 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 750 | 1972 Austin Allegro | |
| Make | BMW | Austin |
| Model | 750 | Allegro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 387 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
