1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 60 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 115 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 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 90 | 911 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |