1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 TVR Chimaera is newer by 46 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Chimaera 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 865 kg more than 2005 TVR Chimaera.
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, 2005 TVR Chimaera (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Chimaera 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 | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 135 | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |