1951 Austin A vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 660 kg more than 1951 Austin A. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A | Boxster |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |