1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 441 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 99 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
