1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 30 | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |