1972 Austin Marina vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1972 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1999 BMW 740 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | 740 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 419 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2940 mm |