1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1961 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1961 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1958 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, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1961 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 35 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |
