1975 Austin Maxi vs. 1986 Porsche 911
To start off, 1986 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin Maxi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Maxi | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Maxi | 911 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
