1982 Austin Marina vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 468 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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 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 F355 | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Marina | F355 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
