2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1974 Austin Marina
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina.
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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina. 1974 Austin Marina has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z9 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Austin Marina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1974 Austin Marina | |
| Make | BMW | Austin |
| Model | Z9 | Marina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |
