1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95. 2008 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 95 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 95 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
