1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 40 | 911 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |