1958 Austin A135 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1958 Austin A135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A135 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A135 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
