1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1997 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 38 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 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 321 kg more than 1997 Infiniti Q45.
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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 1997 Infiniti Q45 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. 1997 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1997 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 135 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |