1949 Austin A 70 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 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 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 145 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 70 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
