1954 Austin A 90 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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Austin A 90 2005 Porsche 911
Make Austin Porsche
Model A 90 911
Year Released 1954 2005
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2660 cc 3822 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 191 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2360 mm


 

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