1972 Austin Marina vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 355 kg more than 1972 Austin 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Marina | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 4388 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
