1982 Austin Marina vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 20 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 596 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S weights approximately 293 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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Marina | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Austin | Koenigsegg |
Model | Marina | CC8S |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2659 mm |