1982 Austin Marina vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina.
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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | Z9 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3110 mm |
