2008 BMW 740 vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 is newer by 33 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 1020 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, 2008 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina. 2008 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1975 Morris Marina has manual transmission. 1975 Morris Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 740 | Marina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |
