1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 35 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 68 L |