1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 90 | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |