1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1953 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 90 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
