1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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 210 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (351 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 99 | 911 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 351 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |