1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2007 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 49 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1381 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 | 2007 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 35 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2071 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 76 L |
