1960 Austin 7 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | 7 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 64 L |
