1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 120 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (706 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 135 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 706 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
