1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 74 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 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, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 99 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 296 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 | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 92 L |
