1972 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1972 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1972 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Marina | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3440 mm |
