1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 27 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 135 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |
