1978 Austin Marina vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 617 kg more than 1978 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Austin Marina | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Marina | 512 BBi |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |