1957 Austin A135 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 56 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, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2013 Audi A8.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | A135 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2992 mm |
