1957 Austin A135 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Espada is newer by 15 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
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, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (393 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Espada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1972 Lamborghini Espada | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A135 | Espada |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3938 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
