1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 58 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 430 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 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 90 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2918 mm |