1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 59 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 344 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.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 90 | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |