1951 Austin A vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2001 Porsche GT2 is newer by 50 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 755 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.
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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A | GT2 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |