1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 50 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, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M 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 358 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2009 Infiniti M 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. 2009 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 135 | M |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
