1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 55 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
