1961 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 51 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), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1035 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | 7 | 911 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
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 | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |