1972 Austin Marina vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini P140 is newer by 23 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 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini P140 weights approximately 376 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, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Marina | P140 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
