1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1996 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 41 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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 330 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 1996 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 135 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2950 mm |