1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 63 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, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1360 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 717 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental 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 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 40 | Continental |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |