1979 Austin Marina vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2007 Lexus SC is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus SC weights approximately 680 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, 2007 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 2007 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1979 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1979 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 2007 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | Marina | SC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
