1981 Austin Marina vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1981 Austin Marina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 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 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Marina | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
