1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 54 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 540 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 99 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.7:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2895 mm |