1972 Austin Marina vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 20 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 170 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | Marina | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |