1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 70 | 911 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |