1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 99 | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 77 L |