1958 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A135 | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |