1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 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 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 90 | 911 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |