1972 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 37 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 474 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1045 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Marina | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Marina | 612 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |