1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 51 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX 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 164 kg more than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX. 2010 Cadillac SRX 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. 2010 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | A 135 | SRX |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4834 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |