1949 Austin 16 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 480 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | 16 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
