1975 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Marina would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 657 kg more than 1975 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 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Marina | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | Marina | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 563 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |