1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 59 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, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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 10 kg more than 2013 Audi A7.
Because 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A 135 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2914 mm |
