1963 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 50 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 715 kg more than 1963 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 Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 99 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2895 mm |