1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP) has 255 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 60 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
