1950 Austin A135 vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 is newer by 41 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | Austin | Italdesign |
| Model | A135 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
