1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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 9 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 135 | C |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |