1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1952 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 90 | 911 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |