1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 52 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1177 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 35 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 426 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1867 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 72 L |