1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 55 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 339 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 135 | E |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2873 mm |
