1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 90 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
