1982 Austin Marina vs. 2009 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 27 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 513 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, 2009 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 2009 BMW 318 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | 318 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1993 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 | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |