2005 BMW 630 vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 896 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 630 | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 630 | Marina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
