1972 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 385 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin Marina | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Marina | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2416 mm |
