1953 Austin A 135 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 61 kg more than 1953 Austin A 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 135. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 135 | 2011 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 135 | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2746 mm |
