1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Austin Marina
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1972 Austin Marina. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 910 kg more than 1972 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Marina. (145 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Austin Marina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | V8 Vantage | Marina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 95.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |