1978 Austin Marina vs. 1978 Maserati Khamsin
To start off, both 1978 Austin Marina and 1978 Maserati Khamsin were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Maserati Khamsin is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Maserati Khamsin weights approximately 798 kg more than 1978 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1978 Maserati Khamsin | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | Marina | Khamsin |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
