1954 Austin A vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A | 911 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2280 mm |
