1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 358 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 60 | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 60 | Pan Americana |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 247 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |