1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 40 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado 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 375 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
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, 1999 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, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (407 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado 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. 1999 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 135 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
