1972 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Maserati MC12 is newer by 33 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 564 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 455 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Marina | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
