1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D
To start off, 1959 Austin A 135 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 135 | 300D |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 71 L |
