1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 1300 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | 1300 | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 64 L |