1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 90 | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |