1948 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 70 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
