1979 Austin Marina vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 25 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 610 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, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | 330 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
