1956 Austin A 35 vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 801 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. 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, 2005 Infiniti G35 (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35. 2005 Infiniti G35 has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 35 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti G35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 35 | G35 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
