1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 95 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 90 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
