1969 Austin Maxi vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1969 Austin Maxi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Austin Maxi. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Porsche 911 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1969 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Austin Maxi, 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, 1966 Porsche 911 (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin Maxi. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin Maxi | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Maxi | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
