1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Porsche 908
To start off, 1970 Porsche 908 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,195 cc, 1970 Porsche 908 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1970 Porsche 908.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1970 Porsche 908 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 40 | 908 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2195 cc |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 666 kg |
