1961 Austin 7 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 446 kg more than 1961 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | 7 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
