1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 90 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |