1977 Austin Marina vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Marina | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
