1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 58 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 619 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 40 | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |