1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1993 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, both vehicles can yield 308 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 135 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
