1982 Austin Marina vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 23 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 498 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Marina | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
