1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
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, 2002 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 135 | 911 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2360 mm |