1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 49 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 228 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 90 | Panamera |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |