1957 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A135 | 996 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |