1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 450 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (759 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 135 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 600 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
