1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 95 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 95 | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1260 mm |