1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 665 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 40 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3385 cc |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |