1948 Austin 16 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 895 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | 16 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2895 mm |
