1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1553 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Bentley Arnage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage 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, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 791 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 40 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 96 L |
