1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 57 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Acura TL.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135. 2011 Acura TL 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. 2011 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | A 135 | TL |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
