1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 589 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 40 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 64 L |