1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1989 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1989 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 34 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 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 430 kg more than 1989 Infiniti Q45.
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, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 1989 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 1989 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 135 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2890 mm |