1979 Austin Marina vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 33 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 1093 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina. 2012 Lexus LS 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. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Austin | Lexus |
Model | Marina | LS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2969 mm |