1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 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 336 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. 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 707 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 2001 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | A 90 | Continental |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2970 mm |