1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 58 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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 335 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 135 | GLK |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2016 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2755 mm |