1972 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1709 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina. 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Marina | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3302 mm |
