1972 Austin Marina vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 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 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 350 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Marina | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
