1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Continental GTC (881 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 798 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2006 Bentley Continental GTC | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 40 | Continental GTC |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |