1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (351 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | 1300 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
