1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 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 (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 601 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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 (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 35 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |
