1957 Austin A135 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A135 | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 89 L |