1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1999 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (460 HP) has 310 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper 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 640 kg more than 1999 Dodge Viper.
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, 1999 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1999 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 135 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 460 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1440 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 49 L |
