1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 56 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 880 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 35 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 61 L |
