1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 571 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 35 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 68 L |
