1975 Austin Marina vs. 2011 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 BMW 320 is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina.
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, 2011 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 2011 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | 320 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
