1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 43 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 150 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 99 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
