2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (95 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 370 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (144 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1971 Morris Marina | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | Z4 | Marina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |