1980 Austin Marina vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 1980 Austin Marina is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1980 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 1955 Buick 40 | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Marina | 40 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3110 mm |
