1978 Austin Marina vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | 328 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
