2004 BMW M5 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 29 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 830 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M5 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | M5 | Marina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 81.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |