1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70. 2011 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 70 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 100 L |