1957 Austin A135 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A135 | C |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |