1961 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 49 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 785 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | 7 | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |