1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2008 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 938 kg more than 1955 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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2008 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Bentley |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
