1973 Austin Marina vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 36 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 505 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina. 2009 BMW 135 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. 2009 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Marina | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | 135 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |