1977 Austin Marina vs. 1973 BMW 1502
To start off, 1977 Austin Marina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 1502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 1502 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 1502 should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 1502 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW 1502 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 1973 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Marina | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
