1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1970 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1970 Datsun 240Z is newer by 11 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 240Z 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 1012 kg more than 1970 Datsun 240Z.
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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 240Z. 1970 Datsun 240Z has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Datsun 240Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1970 Datsun 240Z | |
Make | Austin | Datsun |
Model | A 135 | 240Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2300 mm |