1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 1962 Austin A 99 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Porsche 356 (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1960 Porsche 356.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 99 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 52 L |
