1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 5 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 70 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
