1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 615 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30. 2005 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Austin A 30 2005 Porsche Boxster
Make Austin Porsche
Model A 30 Boxster
Year Released 1955 2005
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 802 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 28 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 58 mm 85.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.2:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 3470 mm 4340 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


 

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