1979 Austin Marina vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1974 BMW Touring | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | Touring |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |