1982 Austin Marina vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 1982 Austin Marina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 648 kg more than 1982 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, 1972 Jaguar E Type (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | Marina | E Type |
Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |