1950 Austin A135 vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 61 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 470 kg more than 1950 Austin A135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
Make | Austin | Rolls-Royce |
Model | A135 | Ghost |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3294 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |