1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 40 | 959 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 67 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |