1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 38 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (217 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 142 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, 2000 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 60 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 265 Nm |
| 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 | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
