1958 Austin A135 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 47 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A135 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |