1973 Austin Marina vs. 2007 BMW 760
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Marina | 2007 BMW 760 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | 760 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3000 mm |