1972 Austin Marina vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 32 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), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 810 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, 2004 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2004 BMW 645 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | 645 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
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 | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |