1956 Austin A 95 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1956 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 95 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
