1957 Austin A135 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 655 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A135 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
