1972 Austin Marina vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 37 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 850 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, 2009 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2009 BMW 550 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | 550 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |