1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 45 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 235 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 99 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 251 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 | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |