1981 Austin Maxi vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Austin Maxi. (91 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1981 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Maxi. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Maxi | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Maxi | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
