1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 99 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 1961 Austin A 99 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Austin A 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1961 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 99 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
