1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 Vector M12
To start off, 2004 Vector M12 is newer by 46 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vector M12 weights approximately 940 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, 2004 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Vector M12 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 | 2004 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Austin | Vector |
| Model | A 35 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
