1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 70 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 89 L |
