1958 Austin A135 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 51 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 750 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A135 | C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
