1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 58 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1952 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 1952 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 40 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2855 mm |
