2006 Acura TL vs. 1958 Austin A 95
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 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 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 166 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 219 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin A 95 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 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 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 1958 Austin A 95 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | TL | A 95 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
