1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 90 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
