1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1562 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 40 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 100 L |
