1973 Austin Marina vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Marina | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Marina | Boxster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |