1950 Austin A135 vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 57 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Austin | Maybach |
| Model | A135 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |
