1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1297 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 70 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
