2000 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Morris Marina

To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 592 kg more than 1975 Morris 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina. 2000 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1975 Morris Marina has manual transmission. 1975 Morris Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 325 1975 Morris Marina
Make BMW Morris
Model 325 Marina
Year Released 2000 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1275 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2450 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 928 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 52 L


 

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