1951 Austin A vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A | 911 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 77 L |