1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 15 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135. 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | A 135 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
