1982 Austin Marina vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (450 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 488 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6750 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Marina | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2355 mm |
