1972 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 445 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 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Marina | Boxster |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 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 | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |