1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 1994 Porsche 965 is newer by 32 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP) has 316 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 352 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1994 Porsche 965 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 | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 60 | 965 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
