1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2003 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 is newer by 44 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 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 634 kg more than 2003 Porsche GT2.
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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2003 Porsche GT2 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 135 | GT2 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 456 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |