1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 99 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
