1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2004 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | A 55 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3070 mm |
