2008 Audi A5 vs. 1958 Austin A 35
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 50 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 920 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, 2008 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1958 Austin A 35 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A5 | A 35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 26 L |
