1975 Austin Marina vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1975 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | X5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
