1982 Austin Marina vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 24 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 748 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | 525 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |