1957 Austin A135 vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1971 Jensen SP is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 1971 Jensen SP has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen SP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A135 | SP |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
