1973 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2007 Maserati Spyder is newer by 34 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 840 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, 2007 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Marina. 2007 Maserati Spyder has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Marina | 2007 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Austin | Maserati |
Model | Marina | Spyder |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |