1957 Austin A135 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 165 kg more than 1957 Austin A135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A135 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2895 mm |
