1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 710 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.
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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 40 | 911 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 64 L |