1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 90 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |