1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1969 Bizzarrini Manta
To start off, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135.
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, 1969 Bizzarrini Manta (510 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm). This means 1969 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1969 Bizzarrini Manta | |
| Make | Austin | Bizzarrini |
| Model | A 135 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
