1978 Austin Marina vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 31 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 438 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | M3 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |