1950 Austin A135 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 1950 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A135 | 911 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |