1974 Austin Marina vs. 1982 BMW 325
To start off, 1982 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 325 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 325 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1974 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, 1982 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 1982 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | 325 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2693 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
