1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,386 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 385 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 40 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |