1979 Austin Marina vs. 2000 BMW 750
To start off, 2000 BMW 750 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 750 (387 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 750 weights approximately 735 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.
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, 2000 BMW 750 (759 Nm) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 2000 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1979 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1979 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 2000 BMW 750 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | 750 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 5646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 387 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 759 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3080 mm |