1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 99 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
