1977 Austin Marina vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 32 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 810 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Austin Marina | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Marina | 456M |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
