1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (366 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 95 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
