1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 61 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 810 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.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 40 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |