1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (237 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 173 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 60 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
