1972 Austin Marina vs. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 17 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 363 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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Marina | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |