1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 95. 1985 Buick Wildcat has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Wildcat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 95 | 1985 Buick Wildcat | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 95 | Wildcat |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
