1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2009 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (317 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 1029 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 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 35 | EX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 82 L |
