1972 Austin 2200 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | 2200 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
