1950 Austin A135 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A135 | CLS |
Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |