2006 BMW 650 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 31 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | 650 | Marina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |