1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 826 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
Model | Sprite | 911 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2360 mm |