1973 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 31 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 563 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 455 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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Marina | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Marina | MC12 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
