1950 Austin A135 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 574 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 1950 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | A135 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
