1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1957 Porsche 356 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
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 70 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 70 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2110 mm |
