1979 Austin Marina vs. 2009 BMW X6
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 30 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 1265 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.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 2009 BMW X6 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. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2009 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | X6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2940 mm |
