1982 Austin Marina vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 24 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 483 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1853 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 799 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina. 2006 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1982 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1982 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Austin | Maybach |
| Model | Marina | 57 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3400 mm |
