1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 20 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Austin A 135.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 135 | Eldorado |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2900 mm |