1950 Austin A135 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 63 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 110 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A135 | M |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2915 mm |