1980 Austin Marina vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 970 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 Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina. 2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | Convertible |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
