2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1957 Austin A135
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1957 Austin A135 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | DBS | A135 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 34 L |
