1958 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 52 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A135 | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
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 | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2873 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |