1957 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 53 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, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2010 Acura TL.
Because 1957 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 2010 Acura TL 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. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | A135 | TL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
