1953 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 60 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 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1438 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 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 (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental 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 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 40 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
