1957 Austin A135 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 54 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 531 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A135 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
