1974 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 660 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
