1974 Austin Marina vs. 2007 BMW M6
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 33 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 400 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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Austin Marina | 2007 BMW M6 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | M6 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |