1961 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 865 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | 7 | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |