1958 Austin A135 vs. 2001 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 43 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1958 Austin A135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Austin A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135. 2001 Buick Park Avenue 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. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2001 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A135 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |