1982 Austin Marina vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 573 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Marina | 512 M |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |