1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 15 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1010 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, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp 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 | 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | A 35 | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
