1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | 1300 | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 67 L |