1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (252 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Lincoln LS.
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, 2001 Lincoln LS (362 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135. 2001 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | A 135 | LS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2910 mm |
