1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G6 (219 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95. 2008 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 95 | G6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
