1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 500 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 40 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
