1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 55 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2895 mm |
