2006 Acura TL vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 885 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | TL | A 35 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 26 L |
