1954 Austin A 135 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 40 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 135 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| 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 | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
