1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 47 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), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 791 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 40 | Continental |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |