1957 Austin A135 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A135 | SL |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |