1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 35 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2280 mm |
