1977 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 680 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.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1977 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1977 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Marina | 911 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
