1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 30 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
