1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 40 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |
