2008 Acura TL vs. 1957 Austin A 35
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 762 kg more than 1957 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 1957 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | TL | A 35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 26 L |
