1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 53 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1100 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 40 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2920 mm |