1972 Austin Marina vs. 2001 BMW X Coupe
To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 29 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 715 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 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina. 2001 BMW X Coupe has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2001 BMW X Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | X Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
