1979 Austin Marina vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 31 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1590 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, 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
Make | Austin | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Marina | Ghost |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3294 mm |