1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G8.
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 G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90. 2008 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A 90 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
