1980 Austin Marina vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 30 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 1115 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | M6 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2781 mm |