1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1954 Austin A 135. 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135. 2009 Maybach 57 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 135 | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Austin | Maybach |
Model | A 135 | 57 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |