1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 52 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra 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 186 kg more than 2011 GMC Sierra.
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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2011 GMC Sierra 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. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 135 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 129 L |
