1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 54 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 265 kg more than 1959 Austin A 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 135 | M |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2915 mm |
