1959 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 90 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 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 | 1500 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
