1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1963 Porsche 356 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1963 Porsche 356.
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:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 55 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2110 mm |
