1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 152 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
Model | 3000 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |