1972 Austin Marina vs. 1997 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 25 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1470 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 1997 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Marina | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |
