1957 Austin A135 vs. 1954 Buick 40

To start off, 1957 Austin A135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.

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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Austin A135 1954 Buick 40
Make Austin Buick
Model A135 40
Year Released 1957 1954
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3993 cc 5279 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 308 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.3 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.6:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2080 kg 1720 kg
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 3110 mm


 

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