1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2000 Bentley Continental is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1424 kg more than 1954 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. 2000 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 2000 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 40 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
