1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 115 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 99 | 911 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |