1961 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 860 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | 7 | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
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 | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |