1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports

To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 55 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1186 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.

Because 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Austin A 55 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
Make Austin Bentley
Model A 55 Continental Supersports
Year Released 1955 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 621 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 800 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 2241 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4803 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1946 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1379 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2746 mm


 

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