1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1981 Porsche 936
To start off, 1981 Porsche 936 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 936 (632 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 936 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1981 Porsche 936.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1981 Porsche 936 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 135 | 936 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 632 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 775 kg |
