1980 Austin Marina vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 27 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 660 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | 330 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |