2004 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Austin A 135
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 45 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, 2004 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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 410 kg more than 2004 Audi A8.
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, 2004 Audi A8, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1959 Austin A 135 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | A 135 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |
