1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 40 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |