2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1974 Austin Marina
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 565 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1974 Austin Marina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Austin |
| Model | E | Marina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
