1975 Morris Marina vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 Morris 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, 1998 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Morris Marina | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Marina | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
