1957 Austin A 55 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 220 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 55 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1232 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2416 mm |