1974 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 36 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 1075 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.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Marina | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Marina | S5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
