1977 Austin Marina vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 26 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 610 kg more than 1977 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Marina | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
