1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey 100. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
| Model | 100 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
