1980 Austin Marina vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, 2000 Ford ST 460 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Marina would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina.
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, 2000 Ford ST 460 (178 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm). This means 2000 Ford ST 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Marina | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Marina | ST 460 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
