1947 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 110 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
