1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90.
Because 2007 Bentley Continental GTC is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 2007 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 90 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
