1979 Austin Marina vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1979 Austin Marina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 570 kg more than 1979 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, 1960 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1960 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | Marina | MK II |
Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |