1972 Austin Marina vs. 1999 BMW X5
To start off, 1999 BMW X5 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 1060 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.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | X5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
