1982 Austin Marina vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 29 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), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 503 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, 2011 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Austin | BMW |
Model | Marina | 120 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
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 | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |