1977 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 34 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1977 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1888 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Austin Marina. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Austin Marina | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Marina | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4326 mm |