1980 Austin Marina vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 495 kg more than 1980 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, 2001 BMW M (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2001 BMW M | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | M |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
