1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Bentley Continental GT

To start off, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2006 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 935 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 2006 Bentley Continental GT
Make Austin-Healey Bentley
Model Sports Convertible Continental GT
Year Released 1954 2006
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Size 2992 cc 5998 cc
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 552 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 650 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 2385 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2750 mm