1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1478 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 795 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2005 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 40 | Continental |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |