1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 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 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1670 kg more than 1960 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 1960 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 (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 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 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 40 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1960 | 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 | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 2430 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 |
