1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP) has 463 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 468 kg more than 1967 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 60 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 60 | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 523 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |