1982 Austin Marina vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 578 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, 2008 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | 320 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
