1972 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 660 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | Marina | GT |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |