1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | 2-Litre | 911 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |