1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 60 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 984 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 1953 Austin A 30 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 30 | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |