1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 1951 Austin A 110 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 1951 Austin A 110. 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 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 110 | 911 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1299 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |