1961 Austin 7 vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 911 weights approximately 600 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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | 7 | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |