1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 675 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Porsche |
Model | Sprite | 911 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |