1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1959 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 35 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 61 L |