1962 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1962 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 40 | 911 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 89 L |