1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 51 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 390 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 99 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
