1950 Austin A135 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 59 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A135 | C |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
