1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1976 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 35 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2270 mm |
