1981 Austin Marina vs. 2000 BMW X5
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW X5 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1981 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 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, 2000 BMW X5 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 2000 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | X5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
