1957 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Maybach 57
To start off, 2005 Maybach 57 is newer by 48 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 57 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1957 Austin A135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 2005 Maybach 57 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. 2005 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2005 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Austin | Maybach |
| Model | A135 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |
