1972 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 325 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 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Austin | Tesla |
| Model | Marina | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2352 mm |
